For the near future,
Our class schedule is suspended until it is safe for social interactions again. If you are signed up for a class, we will be contacting you soon.
You may be thinking
How can I get the fiber supplies I need from The Spinning Room. We've got answers! If you give us a call or send us an email, we will be your personal shoppers and help you find what you need! We can take payment over the phone and are offering curb-side pickup- just give us a call when you're outside and we'll scoot out to your car. Alternatively, we can ship anything in the store anywhere.
With much needed precautions, we all will get through these difficult times with one stitch at a time.
STAY HEALTHY AND SAFE!
You Spinning Room Team
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Classes
Call the store (518-861-0038) to get more info or to sign up. We ask for payment prior to class to secure your spot. Most classes require a minimum of 3 students. If we do not have enough students sign up, we will refund your class fee or reschedule the class. In the event of class cancellation by The Spinning Room (due to snow or tsunami, etc.) your fee will be refunded. Some classes require a bit of "homework" beforehand, so make sure to check before coming to class. More details will be given upon registration. As always, you enjoy a 10% discount on materials for all classes.
Private Lesson OR Fixing Mistakes
Private lessons are available with several different teachers.
Tell us the time that works for you, during our regular business hours, and we will find the right teacher for you specific requirements.
Call or email the shop to discuss and reserve a lesson time - 518-861-0038 / info@spinningroom.net.
The cost for a 1 hour lesson is $20.
The cost for a 1/2 hour lesson is $12.
March Classes
Crazed Scandanavian Cowl This class is full, please ask for the waiting list
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WHEN: Saturday, March 7 & 28, 10:30 - 12:30 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Robena DeMatteo FEE: $40 This cowl is worked as a long tube: it starts with a provisional cast-on and is worked in the round in two-color stranded stockinette then the live stitches at the end are grafted to the live stitches released from the provisional cast-on. This is a pattern that can be made can be made shorter if desired while still getting the same look. Robena will address this. MATERIALS: Yarn: 900 yards each of 2 colors of fingering weight yarn. The shop sample was knitted in Cascade 220 fingering weight. If doing a smaller size, buy enough for the larger one, only wind one skein of each color & if purchased at The Spinning Room, we will accept a return on any yarn not open or wound. Pattern: Crazed Scandanavian Cowl by Wendy D. Johnson is available on Ravelry or purchase through the shop. Needles: Size 3 -24” circular needles, stitch markers, scrap yarn, G crochet hook for provisional cast on. HOMEWORK: Gather supplies for class. SKILL LEVEL: Students should have some experience knitting in the round and some colorwork. |
Building Blocks This class is full, we are taking names for the waiting list.
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WHEN: Tuesdays, March 10 & 31,
Apr. 21, May 12, June 2 & 30 (finishing) 6-8pm INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Loegering FEE: $70 Are you tired of practicing only knit and purl stitches? Have you seen the new blanket at the shop for Building Blocks? It is done in fall colors completing one square at a time. Join us to work on skill building through the Building Blocks Learn to Knit Series. Learn a new skill or stitch with each square and complete this crib size blanket. MATERIALS: Pattern: You will need to purchase Building Blocks booklet by Michelle Hunter available at the shop. Worth the expense with valuable information Yarn: DK, worsted OR chunky yarn, (you will need approximately 10-12 skeins) Needles: circular or straight; compatible with your yarn, knitting accessories HOMEWORK: Read the beginning parts of the pattern. SKILL LEVEL: This class is perfect for beginner and those who want to improve their knitting skills. |
Self Fringed Scarf
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WHEN: Saturday, March 14, 1-3pm
INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Loegering FEE: $25 Here is a unique scarf that is easy to make and creates its’ own fringe. Can be worn over or under a coat, a jacket and even just on a dress. Yarn weights from fingering to worsted can be used in a variety of fiber contents. If you can knit, you can make this quick project. MATERIALS: Yarn: 250 yds DK wt yarn, 350 yds fingering wt. yarn or 363 yds of worsted wt. yarn. Needles: US #7/ 24” circ. needles or straight needles for worsted & dk and US#6 for Fingering Weight yarn. The Sample knit in worsted with 2 skeins of Simplinatural by Hikoo. Pattern: Simple Self Fringing Scarf by Erika Adams; can only be purchased at The Spinning Room for $4. HOMEWORK: None SKILL LEVEL: Must be comfortable with the knit stitch prior to class. |
Hattu Socks This class is full, please ask for the waiting list
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WHEN: Sundays, March 15, 12:30 - 3:30 pm
AND March 22, 12:30 - 2:30 pm INSTRUCTOR: Heike Geisler FEE: $35 Do you want to knit a well fitting sock without fighting holes around the heel flap? Then Hattu is the pattern for you. The sock is knitted top down and the combination of vertical and horizontal lines guarantees an enjoyable knit and will get you a pair of socks with a snug and comfortable fit. MATERIALS: Yarn: 1 skein of fingering sock yarn. The shop sample was knit with 1/2 skein of Gedifra. Needles: US #2 DPNs OR 40” US#2 circular needle (if you prefer the Magic Loop method). Stitch markers of different colors. Pattern: The pattern Hattu can be purchased on Ravelry or through the shop. HOMEWORK: Cast on 60 stitches. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist. Place the marker at the end of the round. Work 45 rounds in [k2, p2]. SKILL LEVEL: Students MUST be comfortable knitting in the round. |
Building Block 3 This class is full, please ask for the waiting list
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WHEN: Tuesdays, March 17, Apr. 7,
May 5, June 9, July 7, Aug.11. Sept.8, Oct. 6, Nov.3, Dec.1 6-8pm INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Loegering FEE: $70 Are you tired of practicing only knit and purl stitches? Have you seen the new blanket at the shop for Building Blocks? It is done in fall colors completing one square at a time. Join us to work on skill building through the Building Blocks Learn to Knit Series. Learn a new skill or stitch with each square and complete this crib size blanket. MATERIALS: Pattern: You will need to purchase Building Blocks booklet by Michelle Hunter available at the shop. Worth the expense with valuable information Yarn: DK, worsted OR chunky yarn, (you will need approximately 10-12 skeins). Needles: circular or straight; compatible with your yarn, knitting accessories HOMEWORK: Read the beginning parts of the pattern. SKILL LEVEL: This class is perfect for beginner and those who want to improve their knitting skills. |
Needle Felted Easter/Spring Eggs One Spot Left!
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WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 10:30-12:30
INSTRUCTOR: Yvette Terplak FEE: $15 + $5 material fee (paid to teacher at class) A fun class to create some lovely decorative eggs for Easter/Spring. You will learn needle felting over a form and how to use needle felting to embellish other fibers. MATERIALS: Provided by Teacher HOMEWORK: None SKILL LEVEL: This class is perfect for beginner. No experience necessary. |
Wingspan
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WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 1 - 3 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Robena DeMatteo FEE: $20 This design is deceptively simple, knitted in one piece, shaped by short rows and completely in garter stitch. It works up very quickly. The basis is a series of triangles knitted on to each other but staggered by a set number of stitches (which are cast on again at the beginning of each new triangle.)There are instructions to adapt the design to any yarn and to adjust the size. MATERIALS: Yarn: 450 yds. fingering weight yarn; more yardage if making a larger shawl. Pattern: The pattern Wingspan by maylin Tri'Coterie Designs is available on Ravelry or purchase through the shop. Needles: size 4- 24” circular needle; stitch markers; notebook and pencil for notes. HOMEWORK: Get pattern and material before class. Cast on 90 stitches. SKILL LEVEL: Must be comfortable with the knit stitch prior to class. |
Coastal Highway
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WHEN: Thursdays, March 26, April 9 & 23 6 - 8 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Heike Geisler FEE: $40 An enjoyable and exciting knit. ‘ The wrap begins as a triangular shawl, working its way outward until you reach the proper stitch count. From there, simple slip-stitch mosaic patterning gradually introduces pops of color. Predictable diamond lace highlights the beauty of each new color, while carefree garter stitch is worked between patterning to get to the next colorful change in scenery.’ MATERIALS: Yarn: Approximately 133 yards each of the 6 Contrast Colors and 660 yards of the Main Color in fingering weight yarn. Pattern: The pattern Coastal Highway can be purchased on Ravelry or through the shop. Needles: 32”US #6 circular needle. Stitch markers of different colors. HOMEWORK: Get pattern and yarn before the day of the class. SKILL LEVEL: Students MUST be comfortable knitting and purling. Some lace experience is helpful. |
Cloudbank
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WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 1 - 3 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Liz Cassidy FEE: $25 A nice, squishy cowl that knits up quickly. Looking to learn about provisional cast on, cables and German short rows? This is the class for you. MATERIALS: Yarn: 180 yards bulky yarn. Pattern: The pattern Cloudbank by Laura Aylor is available on Ravelry or purchase through the shop. Needles: size 10 needle (straight or circular); cable needle; size G,H or I crochet hook for provisional cast on. HOMEWORK: Get pattern and yarn before the day of the class. SKILL LEVEL: Must be comfortable with the knit and purl stitch prior to class. |
April Classes
Swirl Scarf
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WHEN: Saturday, April 4 & 18, 10:30-12:30
INSTRUCTOR: Robena DeMatteo FEE: $40 This scarf is knit out of swirling lace hexagons, knit in the round, and joined as you go, so there's no sewing. The results for this project are just spectacular! In this class the following skills will be covert: working with DPN’s, reading pattern; yarn overs and their placement; picking up stitches and casting on to create the next hexagon. MATERIALS: Yarn: 660 yds Fingering weight yarn. Pattern: Swirl Scarf can be purchased on Ravelry or at The Spinning Room. Needles: size 5 double point needles (pattern calls for size 6 needle, be prepared to go down a size); stitch markers; notebook and pencil for notes. HOMEWORK: Get pattern and yarn before the day of the class. SKILL LEVEL: Students should have previous experience working in the round with double pointed needles. |
Vitamin D Sweater
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WHEN: Saturday, April 4 & 25, 1 - 3 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Kathy Loegering FEE: $40 Get into the Spring mood with this top-down light sweater that you can wear in warmer weather or in the AC. Join me to make the Vitamin D sweater with long or ¾ sleeves. MATERIALS: Yarn: 1100-1850 yds of sport/dk weight yarn. Pattern: Vitamin D by Heidi Kirrmaier can be purchased on Ravelry or through The Spinning Room. Needles: Size US #4/24-40” circular needles and US #3/24-40” circular needles, stitch markers, scrap yarn for sleeves. HOMEWORK: Get pattern and yarn before the day of the class. SKILL LEVEL: Student needs to have some experience in both knit and purl stitches. |
Intro to Rigid Heddle Weaving This class is full, please ask for the waiting list
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WHEN: Sundays, April 5 , 10am-3pm
& April 19, 12-3pm INSTRUCTOR: Karen Gardner FEE: $70 class + 15 loom rent Do you love the look of woven fabric? Is your yarn stash out of control? Learn to weave on a rigid heddle loom and you can whittle away that stash while creating lovely scarves, towels, and more. This class will teach you the basics of rigid heddle weaving, including determining yarn amounts, direct warping, and producing a balanced weave. You will weave a scarf using a loom provided by The Spinning Room. No experience necessary, but if you have your own rigid heddle loom, you are welcome to bring it and get to know it better. MATERIALS: You will need to bring: 150 yards each of 2 different color wool or wool-blend worsted weight yarn. To add some sparkle or texture you may bring a bit of other “fancy” yarn from your stash. Also: brown paper (grocery type) bags, (or brown craft paper), scissors, pencil, paper for notes, measuring and other “knitting tools you might have. HOMEWORK: None SKILL LEVEL: No experience necessary. |
Building with Lace This class is full, we are taking names for the waiting list.
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WHEN: Wednesdays, April 8 & May 13 , 6 - 8 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Joan Shirikian FEE: $70 Do you want to expand on your knitting skills? Are you ready to venture into lace work? Working over an extended time frame you will learn several new skills and sharpen others at a relaxed pace and make a beautiful afghan. MATERIALS: Pattern: Building with Lace Booklet available at the shop. Yarn: @ 1260 yards (460g) yarn to give gauge 22 sts & 29 rows =4” x 4” on US #6 needles. Sample used Cascade Roslyn( book suggests Rylie, which the shop has), Waste yarn in 2 colors; Needles to obtain gauge (recommend 24” circulars); Crochet hook approx. 4mm for cast on; Removable stitch markers. (Beads optional, will be discussed) SKILL LEVEL: Must be comfortable with both the knit and the purl stitch prior to class. |
Munchkin Blanket
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WHEN: Wednesdays, April 15, April 29
and May 13, 6-8 pm INSTRUCTOR: Allison Sarnoff FEE: $75 Learn to make the Munchkin Blanket for your favorite Munchkin! This blanket is knit modularly, it uses provisional cast on stitches to join and shape four triangles. Because it is fully reversible there is no need for a fabric backing. It’s finished with knit on borders, and will soon become a treasured item for the special little one in your life. MATERIALS: Yarn: 325 yards in each of 4 colors in an Aran weight yarn. Pattern: Munchkin Blanket by Amy Swenson can be purchased on Ravelry or through The Spinning Room. Needles: Size 8 32” circular needle to get gauge of 16 st/4 in, comparable crochet hook, scissors, tapestry needle, 1 stitch marker, small amount of smooth aran weight yarn for provisional cast on. HOMEWORK: Get pattern and yarn before the day of the class. SKILL LEVEL: Must be comfortable with the knit and purl stitch prior to class. |
Spring Flower Brioche Cowl
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WHEN: Saturdays, April 18 & May 2 1 - 3 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Bates FEE: $40 Learn to work Brioche in the round with this beautiful cowl. It features little flowers throughout. While it looks difficult, once you know the brioche technique, it is a fun way to create items with great results. Select high contrasting yarns and larger than normal needles than you would expect for that weight yarn. With a worsted weight, you will work less repeats. MATERIALS: Yarn: Sample used 164 yds of 2 colors of DK weight yarn. Worsted weight yarn can be used. Pattern: Winter Flowers Cowl by Molly Conroy is a Free pattern available on Ravelry or at The Spinning Room. Needles: For DK size 8/ 24” needle. For Worsted size 10 or 10.5 / 24” circular needle. HOMEWORK: Select Yarn & needles. While you may print the pattern for yourself, a simpler version will be handed out in class to reference that is not 10 pages! SKILL LEVEL: Students should be comfortable working knits & purls in the round. |
Learn to Crochet
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WHEN: Tuesdays, April 21 & 28 6 - 8 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Linda Ovitt FEE: $35 This class is designed for those who want to learn to crochet. In the 1st session, basic stitches will be taught. In the 2nd session a wash/dishcloth will be started. You will learn how to crochet chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet, double and treble crochet. MATERIALS: 175 yds worsted weight cotton (or majority cotton) yarn 150 yds DK weight cotton (or majority cotton) yarn. Yarn should be light colored Cascade Avalon (worsted) and Skacel Cobasi DK yarn were used for the shop samples. HOMEWORK: None SKILL LEVEL: This is a beginners class. |
Hot Air Balloon Mobile
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WHEN: Wednesday, April 22, 6 - 8 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Allison Sarnoff FEE: $30 The sky’s the limit on this adorable mobile! These balloons are quick and fun to make and use up your leftover scraps of yarn in no time. Mix as many colors as you like. They are fun in a mobile or just as a decoration, and equally loved by small and big children. MATERIALS: Yarn: 30-50 yards of fingering weight yarn in six colors for the balloons and another 50 yards for the gondolas. Pattern: Hot Air Balloons Mobile by Doreen Blask is a pattern available on Ravelry or throughThe Spinning Room. Needles: Set of 5 dpns one size smaller than you usually use for fingering weight yarn, thin thread or yarn to attach the gondolas to the balloons and the balloons to the mobile, polyfill stuffing (provided by the shop), tapestry needle. Please note that to complete you will need a mobile holder, I purchased mine from Amazon. HOMEWORK: None. SKILL LEVEL: Students should be comfortable working knits & purls in the round. |
10 Stitch Twist NEW CLASS
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WHEN: Sunday, April 26, 12 - 3 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Robin Barbera FEE: $20 Does a 10 stitch row sound like fun? Here’s a project for you. This garter stitch spiral is worked on only ten stitches with virtually no sewing up. It’s shaped with short rows and any yarn and needles can be used. It can become a blanket, a placement, coaster or in a cotton yarn a nice bath mat. The yarn choices are endless. The goal for the 3 hour class is to complete the beginning circle and spiral out to 10 stitches. Only the wrap and turn short row method and simple join will be used MATERIALS: Yarn: Your choice of fiber & weight. Robin's afghan model was done in 8 colorways of Gina. Needles: 2 5” double pointed needles (sample used size 8). Pattern: 10 Stich Twist, free pattern on Ravelry. To see Robin's project click here. HOMEWORK: Print pattern and select yarn. SKILL LEVEL: Students should have some experience knitting with double pointed needles. |
May Classes
Friends Will be Friends Cowl
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WHEN: Saturday, May 2, 10-30-12:30
INSTRUCTOR: Liz Cassidy FEE: $35 A fun asymmetrical cowl that will give you experience with mock cables (EASY!) and the i-cord bind off (ALSO EASY!). It is worked sideways to a small triangle, that you seam into a cowl. Or you can keep working the pattern to make it a shawl MATERIALS: Yarn: 244 yards worsted or aran wt yarn (a lighter weight can be used but will require more yardage and a smaller needle.) **NOTE: The class sample was worked with one skein of Periwinkle Sheep Merino Worsted with only a yard of yarn left over! Pattern calls for 244 yards worsted but sample used about 215 yards in a heavy worsted. Err on the side of caution and purchase more yarn. Needles: size 7 24” or longer circular needles; stitch markers. Pattern: Friends will be Friends pattern can be purchased on Ravelry or though the shop. HOMEWORK: You will learn the i-cord bind off, so you need a small swatch using separate size 7 or 8 needles and some waste yarn(worsted weight). Cast on 25 stitches and work 20 rows in garter stitch (knit every row); do not bind off! SKILL LEVEL: Students must be comfortable with knitting and purling. |
Norwegian Sweet Baby Cap
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WHEN: Wednesday, May 6, 6 - 8 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Allison Sarnoff FEE: $30 My all time favorite baby hat, this cap makes every baby look sweet. It can be made in sizes 6 months, 1 or 2 years. The following skills will be covered in class: knitting in the round, increasing, decreasing and I-cord. MATERIALS: Yarn: 300 yards of fingering weight yarn. Pattern: Norwegian Sweet Baby Cap is a free pattern on Ravelry or you can get it at The Spinning Room. Needles: A size 3, 16" circular needle (for the garter edge). Also a size 4, 16" circular needle & a set of size 4 double pointed needles (or size needed to obtain a gauge of 7 sts. per inch) tapestry needle, scissors, 1 stitch marker HOMEWORK: Do a small gauge swatch in stockinette stitch to make sure the gauge is 7 stitches per inch in the yarn you choose. SKILL LEVEL: Students should be comfortable working knits & purls in the round. |